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Hire a freelance marketing automation specialist

Increase conversions and reduce manual work — specialists set up workflows, integrations and email flows using platforms such as Klaviyo or HubSpot.

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  • Local NZ freelancers
  • You choose who to hire
Ben S., Email Marketing Expert (Klaviyo, Omnisend) freelancer

Nelson

Ben S.

Email Marketing Expert (Klaviyo, Omnisend)

Rachel M., Marketing Consultant & Community Connector freelancer

Nelson

Rachel M.

Marketing Consultant & Community Connector

Kirsten M., Google & Meta Ads Specialist freelancer

Nelson

Kirsten M.

Google & Meta Ads Specialist

Katie P., Digital Marketing & Paid Ads Expert freelancer

Wellington

Katie P.

Digital Marketing & Paid Ads Expert

Brooke H., Digital Marketing Specialist freelancer

Christchurch

Brooke H.

Digital Marketing Specialist

Tonya K., Digital Marketing, Meta & Google Ads Specialist freelancer

Auckland

Tonya K.

Digital Marketing, Meta & Google Ads Specialist

What does a marketing automation specialist do?

Most marketing automation specialists handle some or all of this. Pick the parts you need and we'll put them in your brief.

  • Capture and qualify leads automatically

    Create lead forms, scoring and routing so enquiries reach the right person without manual triage.

  • Drive repeat sales with email journeys

    Build welcome, post-purchase and win-back email flows that keep customers returning.

  • Connect tools and remove data silos

    Integrate your website, CRM, ads and commerce platform so customer data works across channels.

  • Not sure which parts you need?

    Tell us what you want to get done. We'll shape the brief with you and share it with freelancers who fit.

    Start a brief

How we help you find the right marketing automation specialist for your business

We do the legwork of briefing and finding people, then step back so you work directly with the marketing automation specialist you choose.

Start a brief

01Tell us what you need

Share your project, the help you need, and any timing or budget you have in mind.

02Choose who to meet

Review interested freelancers and their work. Choose who you want an introduction to.

03Agree the work together

Agree the scope, timing, and price with your freelancer.

  1. 1Tell us what you need
  2. 2We help shape the brief
  3. 3Relevant freelancers are surfaced
  4. 4You compare them
  5. 5You choose

How much does it typically cost to hire a marketing automation specialist?

What New Zealand marketing automation specialists typically charge, by type of work. Freelancers quote you directly after reading your brief.

  • Small setup — single flow and basic integration

    Projects fromNZ$800

    One or two automated emails/flows, simple form or landing page and a basic CRM or ecommerce integration.

    • Typical rangeNZ$800–NZ$2,500
  • Medium engagement — multi-flow build and optimisation

    Projects fromNZ$2,500

    Audit, several automated journeys (welcome, cart, post-purchase, reactivation), templates and reporting setup.

    • Typical rangeNZ$2,500–NZ$8,000
  • Large project — full automation system & integrations

    Projects fromNZ$8,000

    End-to-end automation strategy, multiple platform integrations, data mapping, custom templates and dashboarding; suitable where multiple teams or complex data are involved.

    • Typical rangeNZ$8,000–NZ$30,000+
  • What affects the price

    Freelancers quote after reading your brief. These move the price most.

    • Number of platforms to integrate (shop, CRM, ads, POS)
    • Quality and cleanliness of your customer data
    • Number and complexity of email flows and content design
    • Custom development needs or third‑party connector costs

Estimates are indicative and may exclude GST and ongoing software or platform fees. Final scope and freelancer rates are agreed directly with the freelancer — request a tailored quote when you post your brief. Updated October 2026.

Marketing automation work delivered by Kiwi freelancers

Browse related projects from the Unicorn Factory case studies below for examples of how automation and email can support launches, CRM builds and audience activation.

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Paid Ads Expert · Auckland

Read the case study: Multi-Channel Digital Advertising for NZ Accounting Firm

Questions about hiring a marketing automation specialist

Straight answers to what NZ business owners ask us most.

How long will a typical project take?

Small jobs can take a few days; medium projects are typically 2–6 weeks; larger platform integrations can take 2–3 months depending on complexity and stakeholder availability.

Which tools should we use: Klaviyo, HubSpot or something else?

Choice depends on your business: Klaviyo and Omnisend suit ecommerce; HubSpot and ActiveCampaign are often better for service businesses and CRM-led sales. A specialist will recommend the right fit when they review your brief.

Can you work with our existing marketing team?

Yes — freelancers commonly collaborate with in-house staff or agencies. Agree roles and hand-off points in the brief to avoid duplicated work.

How do I trust a freelancer with our customer data?

Discuss data access, privacy and compliance up front. Ask freelancers about their data-handling practices, sign a confidentiality agreement if needed, and limit access to required systems only.

Will the freelancer manage campaigns ongoing?

Some freelancers offer ongoing management or retainer arrangements; others deliver a setup and hand the project back. Specify ongoing support needs in your brief and negotiate terms directly.

Ready to hire a specialist?

We'll help you shape the brief, find New Zealand freelancers who fit, and introduce you.